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Get ready to tee off at the much-anticipated Annual Beulah CVB Golf Scramble!Hosted by the Beulah Convention and Visitors Bureau, this two-day extravaganza promises exhilarating rounds of golf coupled with fantastic prizes and an unbeatable atmosphere.Scheduled to take place at the scenic Black Sands Golf Course, this event is a...
The Beulah Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is proud to announce its celebration of Dog Appreciation Month throughout the month of April. As a city that cherishes its four-legged residents, Beulah recognizes the vital role dogs play in our lives and communities.Dogs hold a special place in human hearts, being...
Miller highlights efforts to make ND more military friendly at 'Month of the Military Child' event
Apr 3 2024Lt. Gov. Tammy Miller today highlighted recent progress made toward the goal of making North Dakota the most military-friendly state in the nation during an event with students at Memorial Middle School on Minot Air Force Base to celebrate April being proclaimed as “Month of the Military Child” in North...
Governor, agency leaders announce North Dakota effort to become the most financially literate state
Apr 2 2024Gov. Doug Burgum was joined by leaders of 11 state agencies today to kick off Financial Literacy Month in North Dakota and share a new resource available to all North Dakotans, SmartwithMyMoney.nd.gov, to improve financial literacy.This free website allows residents to create an account, take a research-based financial personality assessment,...
Marketing has always been central to successful real estate sales, but how buyers and properties connect has changed dramatically over the past decade. While real estate agents still place signs on front lawns, digital technology has become the tool of choice for leading realtors. Conducting virtual tours, using augmented reality...
The manner in which young adults approach money management is one of the most debated topics in generational wars. However, it's also a conversation that lacks context. After all, you would need to consider the economic challenges that erupted since the start of the 21st century. There have been three...
All businesses want to succeed, but there is something many of them may not realize can support their growth. They say diversity is our strength as a society and encourages new ideas and perspectives. Well, I am here to tell you that the same things — diversity, equity and inclusion...
Breaking Down Barriers: The Critical Impact of Workforce Housing on Employment Prospects
Mar 27 2024This article originally appeared on and was written for Wyandotte Economic Development Council by Golden Shovel Agency.In the dynamic landscape of today’s job market, the struggle to secure suitable housing options has emerged as a formidable barrier to employment for many individuals. The shortage of workforce housing options affects workers’...
North Dakota State University Extension will offer the Design Your Succession Plan program for small businesses in an upcoming virtual workshop. The program helps business owners begin the process of creating a succession plan. Attendees will learn about the process, tools and terms used in succession, transition, and estate and...
Commerce Announces New Grant Program to Help Businesses Automate and Address Workforce Shortages
Mar 20 2024The North Dakota Department of Commerce today announced the launch of the Automate ND Grant Program, a new initiative designed to help North Dakota businesses overcome workforce shortages and increase productivity through automation.The program, funded with $5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), will provide grants of up...
How Data Centers Are Reshaping Rural America
Mar 18 2024Pastoral places that used to host horse farms and tractor pulls will soon power the artificial intelligence we use for everything from streaming services to driverless cars.That is because AI requires real infrastructure, and the capital investment needed to build that infrastructure does not come cheap.Newmark, in its 2023 U.S...
Using AI in your content marketing doesn’t just mean creating questionable, ChatGPT-generated content. There are other clever ways to use AI to ensure your efforts go further. Smart entrepreneurs are making the most of AI tools to attract attention over those that aren’t, even without technical knowledge. Use AI, don’t...
The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced today that eighteen organizations were approved for $4,191,640 through the Regional Workforce Impact Program (RWIP) in round 1. The RWIP provides grants to regional workforce entities in North Dakota to design and implement innovative plans to address their region’s most demanding workforce challenges...
Closing the Cybersecurity Talent Gap
Mar 11 2024From the largest multinational corporation to the smallest mom-and-pop shop, organizations must devote more attention and resources to strengthen their cybersecurity readiness. If you think you’ve read this before, you are correct. Warnings about cyber threats have been sounded for decades.In 2024, the corporate stakes for cybersecurity and the challenges...
Preservation helps strengthen culture while showcasing history. The City of Beulah treasures its culture and history, as shown at four locations dedicated to preservation: Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, Mercer County Museum, and Pfennig Wildlife Museum.Hunting is a popular sport, hobby, and event...
Top Three Industries See Major Boost
Mar 4 2024A look through the data collected by the Conway Projects Database in 2023 sends a clear signal that the world is under construction. In comparison to the prior year, the top industries only saw one change in the ranks, thanks in part to a multi-billion-dollar project investment boom seen around...
North Dakota Tourism Unveils Interactive Map and Enhanced Website Features to Elevate Traveler Experience
Feb 15 2024North Dakota Tourism is thrilled to announce the launch of a new interactive map and enhanced website features at NDtourism.com. These refreshed features will make planning your North Dakota adventures easier than ever.The NDtourism.com homepage is designed to be your first and last stop for planning your perfect North Dakota...
The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced today that a total of $1,378,882.60 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal year 2023 were awarded totwo North Dakota Communities.The CDBG program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants for public facilities, public...
Google’s AI announcement: Google has announced plans to incorporate its Gemini large language models into a new web portal, chatbot, and some apps, with claims it beats OpenAI’s GPT-4 on all but 2 of 32 common performance benchmarks. Gemini Ulta, the largest of Google’s LLMs, will be sold inside the...
Artificial intelligence will help manufacturing by better understanding of demand for products and supply of inputs, with lesser impacts on what happens inside the plant. Robot technology continues to improve, but not at the rapid pace of the large language models (LLMs) that power chatbots such as ChatGPT.The LLMs have...
The Site Selectors Guild, Inc. (the “Guild”) is the only association of the world’s foremost professional site selection consultants. Guild members provide location strategy to corporations across the globe and for every industry, sector, and function. Founded in 2010, the Guild now comprises 67 members, many of whom are shareholders...
Childcare Shortages in the United States: A Growing Crisis with Far-Reaching Consequences
Feb 5 2024Childcare shortages in communities across the United States have reached critical levels, leaving families struggling to secure affordable and quality care for their children as they attempt to earn a living and contribute to economic development. This article delves into the depth of the issue, examining the shortage of childcare...
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is investing $207 million in renewable energy and domestic fertilizer projects to lower energy bills, generate new income, create jobs, and strengthen competition for U.S. farmers, ranchers and agricultural producers. Many of the projects are being funded by...
The Medical Device industry stands at the forefront of innovation, catalyzing groundbreaking advancements that redefine how and where people access everyday medical care. The industry is experiencing an unprecedented surge of excitement and transformative developments. From state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to revolutionary therapeutic devices, the Medical Device sector is not only...